Shetland Wool Week 2020

Shetland 每年 9月會舉行為期一週的毛線節，同時也會推出當年度的刊物。刊物包含島上設計師的織圖以及與設得蘭島相關的文章與文獻。

Patterns

• Ella Gordon -Radiant Star Cowl
• Donna Smith -Peerie Leaves Jumper
• Elizabeth Johnston -Mirknen Dags and Legwarmers
• Emma Geddes -Beach Glass Tassel Woven Scarf
• Terri Malcolmson -Rig o’Flooers Cushion
• Wilma Malcolmson -Katie’s Kep + a new colourway
• Alison Rendall -Stoorbra Socks
• Andrea Williamson -Kirk Ness Toorie and Mitts
• Angela Irvine -Da Skaw Beret
• Rachel Hunter -Strom Cardigan
• Alyssa Malcolmson -Bosie Gloves

文章

• ‘More than a Hat’, celebrating Wilma Malcolmson and the Katie’s Kep which has been knitted around the world.
• Introducing Hilary Burgess, a Shetland vet and farmer, who reflects on the (often humorous) characteristics of Shetland Sheep.
• Curator at Shetland Museum, Carol Christiansen is a treasure trove of little-known information on Shetland textiles. She has written a piece on Shetland-made infant lace veils which were popular during Victorian times.
• Shetland knitting dialect, anyone visiting SWW for the first time might be struck with unfamiliar knitting words they hear in the workshops. Here’s an essential guide by Viveka Velupillai which is combined with stunning, original artwork by local artist, Gilly B.
• Shetland Tweed, Andy Ross describes the long-lasting appeal of this beautiful fabric.